Colorado Healthcare Corps, a program of Community Resource Center, is providing critical support to the state’s healthcare system and an inspiring opportunity for Coloradans interested in launching a career in health care. Up to 150 AmeriCorps members will serve in-person at healthcare facilities including hospitals, residential care facilities, and clinics, as well as gain a year of hands-on experience in the healthcare field paired with leadership training, professional development, and career coaching.
AmeriCorps members serving with Healthcare Corps will receive:
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A living allowance of $21,318 over 33 weeks ($1,292 biweekly)
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a monthly housing stipend (equal to 75% of the fair market value of a 1bd in the host site’s county),
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health and dental insurance,
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access to mental health support,
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a monthly child care stipend, and
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an education award at the end of service up to $4,441.50 to repay student loans or for future education expenses (if age 55+, the education award can be transferred to a child/grandchild/foster child.)